Hello, I am a type 2 diabetic. Went to an endo doctor who put me on
farxiga. My eGFR was 50 at the start but after 6 weeks on the
drug went to 38. I was so upset but the doctor was not at all concerned.
I then returned to my internist who told me to quit that drug and go back on my Metformin and Tradjenta. Within 6 weeks my eGFR went to 48. Then after 6 week my doctor wanted to check it again and today he told me it went
down to 38. I was shocked and very scared. He referred to to a
neurologist but they can't see me for 6 weeks. This situation is causing me awful anxiety as my blood sugar and blood pressure are both good. I would appreciate any input. Thanks in advance for reading this. Barb

Why he is referring you to a neurologist and not a nephrologist (A kidney doctor)? What is a neurologist supposed to do for your kidneys?

Assuming you actually meant a nephrologist- I just had to see one for the first time in my life as well...my BUN and Creatinine were all over the place...it was determined mine went wacky from a drug I was on- and after 6 weeks of being off of it, its now stabilized. The doctor will probably have you do a 24 hour catch, where you track your output (pee) for 24 hours in a jug, they can then measure how much and what is in it including if your creatinine is within normal levels.

Try not be worried until you know if you have something to be worried about. It is not uncommon for drugs like Farxiga to stay in your system for awhile and skew your test results.

Thanks so much. Yes, he has referred me to a nephrologist! I was so worried and so stressed out all day. Your reply gave me some relief and maybe I will be able to sleep tonight. I appreciate you taking the time to answer. My appointment is not until February 26. They are totally booked.
Barbara

Barbara call them today and ask to be put on the cancellation list. If someone cancels, they can call and get you in sooner....

You shouldn't be worried at this time. There is absolutely nothing to worry about until there is....and there is a good chance that there ISNT- so dont waste the energy right now. Concentrate on feeling good and celebrating the positive test results you have received!

Oh Thanks so much. Your kindness is making some of my anxiety go away. My mind was going to the worst case scenario. Now, I will heed your advice and hopefully be more positive. You are a really nice person. I am on the cancellation list already but I will call again on Monday. Just know you made a difference in someone's life.

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Hi, I have polycystic kidney disease, my GFR 33 has steadily decreased over the years from normal down to 31. My cousin, a Type 2 diabetic has PKD also. He and I had the same GFR a few years ago. Then he took the drugs they prescribed for the Diabetes and his GFR went down to 13. He found out those drugs are bad for Kidneys.
I met a person where I worked whose mom had GFR of 13. Her and her husband put her on the Ketogenic diet and in a matter of months she went back up to normal. I decided to try the diet and my GFR went from 31 to 33 after 6 weeks. Not a lot, but I have a serious Kidney disease and any upward change is great to me.
All that to say there are a lot of harmful drugs being used now days. Diet can be much more helpful than drugs - there are people who were type 2 diabetics who went on the Keto diet and were Not diabetic after 6 months. You might check the Keto diet out, it is quite helpful for many.

I am so, so sorry you have this polycystic kidney disease. Even though you are suffering you are good enough to answer me!!! What a dear person. I think you are correct! I think it is my diabetic medicine causing me these problems with my eGFR. I appreciate your input as I have been in a deep state of anxiety and depression. I have always been such happy person. Very outgoing and a volunteer at the hospital. After this diagnosis it made me feel so different and scared. I know you must relate to this. I hope they can give you the proper treatment to improve your condition. You are so caring and having any illness can really put a damper on things. Once again, thanks. I wish you all the best in the future.
Barb